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final cause
noun
Aristotelianism.
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final cause
noun
- philosophy the end or purpose of a thing or process, as opposed to its efficient cause See cause
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51Թ History and Origins
Origin of final cause1
First recorded in 1350–1400
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The final cause of death is pending further testing to determine whether the baby was born alive or stillborn, the affidavit said.
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It may take three to six months before the final causes of death are determined, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner’s office said in an email.
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The leading pathologist said the final cause of death was "not clear" due to the numerous injuries that could have led to Alfie's death.
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British actor Julian Sands' final cause of death has been deemed undetermined.
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Scientists will determine the final cause of death based on pending lab results.
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